The Book Of Ruth

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See how much you know about the Book of Ruth in the Bible.

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the name of the woman whose husband and two sons died?
- A.
  
  Sarah
- B.
  
  Naomi
- C.
  
  Ruth
- D.
  
  Rebekah
Correct Answer
B. Naomi

Explanation
Naomi is the correct answer because in the biblical book of Ruth, Naomi's husband and two sons died. This tragedy led her to change her name to Mara, meaning bitterness. Naomi's story is a tale of loss and redemption, as she eventually finds comfort and support from her daughter-in-law Ruth and is able to rebuild her life.

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2.

What is the name of the daughter-in-law who did NOT go with Naomi to Bethlehem?
- A.
  
  Ruth
- B.
  
  Elizabeth
- C.
  
  Mary
- D.
  
  Orpah
Correct Answer
D. Orpah

Explanation
Orpah is the correct answer because she did not go with Naomi to Bethlehem. In the biblical story of Naomi and her daughters-in-law, Ruth decides to stay with Naomi and accompany her to Bethlehem, while Orpah decides to return to her own people. Therefore, Orpah is the daughter-in-law who did not go with Naomi.

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3.

Who is of the family of Elimelech (Naomi's husband)?
- A.
  
  Boaz
- B.
  
  John
- C.
  
  David
- D.
  
  Samuel
Correct Answer
A. Boaz

Explanation
Boaz is of the family of Elimelech, who was Naomi's husband. This can be inferred from the biblical account in the book of Ruth, where Boaz is described as a close relative of Elimelech and therefore eligible to act as a kinsman-redeemer for Naomi and Ruth.

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What name did Naomi tell the woman to call her since she felt the Almighty has dealt very bitterly with her?
- A.
  
  Mara
- B.
  
  Rachel
- C.
  
  Sarah
- D.
  
  Mary
Correct Answer
A. Mara

Explanation
Naomi told the woman to call her "Mara" because she believed that the Almighty had dealt very bitterly with her. The name "Mara" means "bitter" in Hebrew, and Naomi felt that her life had been filled with hardship and sorrow. This change of name reflects her feelings of grief and loss, as she had experienced the deaths of her husband and sons, and had returned to her homeland empty-handed.

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5.

What is the name of the woman whom Boaz married?
- A.
  
  Elizabeth
- B.
  
  Naomi
- C.
  
  Ruth
- D.
  
  Rachel
Correct Answer
C. Ruth

Explanation
Boaz married Ruth.

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The Book Of Ruth

What is the name of the woman whose husband and two sons died?

What is the name of the daughter-in-law who did NOT go with Naomi to Bethlehem?

Who is of the family of Elimelech (Naomi's husband)?

What name did Naomi tell the woman to call her since she felt the Almighty has dealt very bitterly with her?

What is the name of the woman whom Boaz married?